One of the lightest touring skis in the Backland series, Atomic Backland 78 is built with proven Ultra Light Woodcore, resulting in a ski that is super light for fast and efficient climbing to the summit. The slimmer waist width combined with All Mountain Rocker ensure solid performance on the downhill and commanding stability in variable snow conditions. The Dura Cap Sidewall construction works to absorb shock for solid edge grip on all terrain. The cut-out notch in the tip makes transitioning a pre-fit skins quick and easy.